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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Guildford to Cardiff
Cheapest price
£61
Average price
£61
Fastest journey
2 h 54 m
Average duration
3 h 16 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
183 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Guildford to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Guildford to Cardiff will cost around £61 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £61.
To travel from Guildford to Cardiff you need to make at least one change.
G15132 · G14961 · W3499912:193h27Guildford station (GLD)15:46Cardiff Central (CDF)£611One-way2 changes- G15133 · W3541812:422h54Guildford station (GLD)15:36Cardiff Central (CDF)£611One-way1 change
- G15134 · G14963 · G1501413:193h31Guildford station (GLD)16:50Cardiff Central (CDF)£611One-way2 changes
- G15133 · G14962 · G1550012:423h34Guildford station (GLD)16:16Cardiff Central (CDF)£611One-way2 changes
- G15135 · G14964 · G1550113:423h40Guildford station (GLD)17:22Cardiff Central (CDF)£611One-way2 changes
- G15133 · W3541812:422h54Guildford station (GLD)15:36Cardiff Central (CDF)£611One-way1 change
- G15135 · W3463013:422h56Guildford station (GLD)16:38Cardiff Central (CDF)£611One-way1 change
- G15132 · G14961 · W3499912:193h27Guildford station (GLD)15:46Cardiff Central (CDF)£611One-way2 changes
- G15134 · G14963 · G1501413:193h31Guildford station (GLD)16:50Cardiff Central (CDF)£611One-way2 changes
- G15133 · G14962 · G1550012:423h34Guildford station (GLD)16:16Cardiff Central (CDF)£611One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Guildford to Cardiff
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Guildford to Cardiff among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 10m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a train costs an average of £37.
Distance: 183 km
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Live departures
Guildford to Cardiff train times
The table below shows live departures for Guildford to Cardiff trains for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:44 Guildford | 2h23 | 10:07 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:19 Guildford | 2h21 | 10:40 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:19 Guildford | 2h21 | 11:40 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:44 Guildford | 2h26 | 12:10 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:42 Guildford | 2h26 | 14:08 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:19 Guildford | 2h23 | 14:42 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Guildford to Cardiff
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Guildford to Cardiff run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £37 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:07, the last at 22:43. The fastest train covers the 183 km distance in 2h 18m.
Distance 183 km |
Average train duration 2h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £37 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 18m |
First train 5:07 |
Last train 22:43 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Guildford to Cardiff trainsGreat Western Railway, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Guildford and Cardiff from £14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Guildford to Cardiff train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Guildford to Cardiff by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cardiff, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Guildford and Cardiff
Most Guildford to Cardiff trains use the Guildford to Cardiff Central station pair, with some services arriving at Cathays. Use this guide to compare Guildford and Cardiff train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Guildford station do trains to Cardiff leave from?
Getting to Guildford from Guildford city centre
Guildford train station facilities and services
Guildford has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Guildford.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Guildford.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Guildford.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Guildford: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Guildford: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Guildford: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is level access to the booking hall and all platforms from the main entrance in Walnut Tree Close. There is no step free access from the Guildford Park Road entrance. There is step free access to and interchange between all platforms via steep ramps. A staff operated powered wheelchair is available for customers. Please speak to a member of staff or our Assisted Travel team, Accessible taxis: The taxi rank is located outside the main station entrance (platform 2), Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to London Road (Guildford) from Guildford city centre
London Road (Guildford) train station facilities and services
London Road (Guildford) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at London Road (Guildford).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Road (Guildford).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Road (Guildford).
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Road (Guildford): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Road (Guildford): Bike Parking.
Getting to Cardiff Central from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Central train station facilities and services
Cardiff Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen, Pret a Manger, Tesco Express
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located outside of the main entrance.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30, Sat: 05:40 - 21:30, Sun: 07:30 - 21:30.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Central: There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Clayton Hotel Cardiff, Cardiff Marriott Hotel, Travelodge Cardiff Central.
Getting to Cathays from Cardiff city centre
Cathays train station facilities and services
Cathays has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cathays.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cathays. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cathays: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Cathays: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cathays: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B3. While both platforms are step-free, there is no facility for wheelchair users, mobility scooter users or persons with reduced mobility to cross between Platform 1 and 2 due to a steep footbridge. Customers who have travelled from the Valleys and wish to access the University or the Civic Centre are advised to travel to Queen Street station, change onto a North-bound service and alight at Cathays on the return service, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) take cash, and major debit and credit cards. The machine on the Cardiff-bound platform is only available during staffing hours. The machine on the Pontypridd-bound platform is available all the time, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Travelodge.
Getting to Cardiff Queen Street from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Queen Street train station facilities and services
Cardiff Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cardiff Queen Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cardiff Queen Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Queen Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Queen Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machines are near the main entrance and take cash and major debit and credit cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Travelodge.
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